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Former Microsoft Tech Exec Joins IGT

July 2, 2009 · 2 Comments

IGTRENO, NEVADA – For its newly-created Chief Technology Officer job vacancy, slot machine developer International Game Technology (IGT) has turned to an expert with almost two decades of experience with world-leading Microsoft Corporation.

Chris Satchell will bring his 17 years experience with Microsoft to IGT. He was formerly CTO for Microsoft’s Interactive Entertainment Business responsible for Xbox, games for Windows, Xbox Live and Microsoft Games Studios.

Satchell will be responsible for IGT’s information systems team, research and development, and advanced software architecture group.

According to IGT CEO Patti Hart:

“(Chris) will play an instrumental role in shaping our strategic and tactical technological vision and refocusing our internal technology support on many levels within the organization.”

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